Crankshaft Rear Seal: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface cleaner.

NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the seal lip and seal bore before installing the seal.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools (303-384 And 303-178)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.
Install the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE .